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Italian Meatloaf (Polpettone)
80 mintime
Mediumdifficulty
6Servings
Rating
Nutrition facts
480 kcalCalories
32 gProtein
28 gCarbs
26 gFat

Per serving · Approximate values estimated by AI

Italian Meatloaf (Polpettone)

85% authentic · Italian

An Italian-inspired meatloaf, often called Polpettone, featuring a mix of beef and pork, flavored with Parmesan cheese, herbs, and sometimes stuffed with mozzarella or hard-boiled eggs.

Ingredients

Servings6
  • Ground beef1 lb
  • Ground pork1 lb
  • Breadcrumbs1 cup
  • Eggs2 large
  • Parmesan cheese, grated1/2 cup
  • Onion, finely chopped1 small
  • Garlic, minced2 cloves
  • Fresh parsley, chopped1/4 cup
  • Milk1/4 cup
  • Marinara sauce1 cup
  • Salt1 tsp
  • Black pepper1/2 tsp
  • Mozzarella cheese, cubed (optional)1/2 cup

Steps

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, eggs, grated Parmesan, chopped onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, milk, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.

  3. 3

    If using mozzarella, flatten half the meat mixture in a baking dish, place the mozzarella cubes in the center, and cover with the remaining meat mixture, sealing the edges.

  4. 4

    Pour marinara sauce over the top of the meatloaf.

  5. 5

    Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).

  6. 6

    Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

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